Chemical Peel

Chemical Peel - Facial Rejuvenation - Orlando, FL

Overview

Board-certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Armando Sot, offers chemical peels at his Orlando practice, Aesthetic Enhancements Plastic Surgery, to improve various skin issues. This facial rejuvenation treatment utilizes a chemical solution to gently remove the top layer of skin to stimulate new skin growth. It is a safe and effective procedure that improves acne, sun-damaged skin, freckles, rough skin texture, and wrinkles. A patient’s skin type and the patient's concerns will determine the degree of the chemical solution used during treatment, which range from mild to deep. Results leaves patients with smoother, younger, and clearer-looking skin.

Reviews

"Bridget and Amanda made a super weird and uncomfortable procedure quite easy! I was really nervous, but their calming manner and conversation relaxed me. The Geneveve treatment was completely painless and there was no down time. My significant other thoroughly enjoys the results as well."

- K.M. / Yellowpages / Jun 26, 2017

"Five Stars. Exceptional Work & Extremely happy.Dr. Soto I just wanted to thank U and your team for being so wonderful to me throughout my recent Brazilian butt lift surgery. You are not only a fantastic and professional surgeon but an excellent human being. Thanks again for being patient , careful, friendly , nice and choosing an excellent teamwork. My life changed thanks to U and I would definitely recommend U without any hesitance. U are a brilliant surgeon."

- Anonymous / RateMDs / Dec 12, 2018

"Aesthetic Enhancements is a calm, clean, friendly environment. Dr. Soto and staff educated me and made me feel comfortable to move forward with a surgery I have wanted for a long time. I love my results and this facility!"

- Anonymous / RateMDs / Dec 08, 2018

"Five Stars - I had a mommy makeover and I am extremely happy with the results. Thank you to Dr. Soto and his amazing staff. They made me feel comfortable and assured during the entire process."

- Anonymous / Vitals / Dec 06, 2018

"Dr. Soto and staff far exceeded my expectations. I was nervous and concerned about getting a breast augmentation before visiting Dr. Soto. After visiting with him and his staff, I felt very comfortable moving forward with the procedure. I am so happy I chose Dr. Soto. While bedside manner is important, and theirs was second to none, results are what truly matter. I look and feel incredible. His unique approach and true listening to what I envisioned gave me a better result than I could have imagined. I would recommend him to anyone considering the procedure."

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Types of Chemical Peels

Superficial/Light Peels

The superficial peel is the mildest peel option that targets the upper layer of skin. Commonly, a diluted glycolic acid is used and left on the skin for several minutes. The doctor will then neutralize the acid to keep the peel at a mild level. There will be slight redness after the treatment, but typically there is no downtime compared to the other peels available. On average, patients will peel for about 3-5 days with this treatment. Patients may need several treatments to achieve the facial look they desire. On average, this is also the least expensive among chemical peel treatments.

Medium Depth Peels

A medium chemical peel treats more than just the top layer of skin. It penetrates deeper to treat moderate to severe wrinkles and skin irregularities. The procedure uses a stronger solution in the form of Trichloreacetic Acid (TCA). The acid will be applied in a controlled condition to manage and limit penetration, and the acid will be neutralized to stop the effects of the peel up to a certain point. The recovery time following a medium peel is about 10 days and patients will need to plan ahead for a short recovery period. This peel costs more than the superficial one, but the results are a bit more dramatic.

Deep Peel

A deep chemical peel is the most aggressive approach in chemical peel treatment. It is considered a more invasive procedure and in some cases patients will need general anesthesia. The substance normally used is called phenol and it aims to treat severe skin wrinkling, deep scars and facial irregularities. Once a patient undergoes a deep peel, it is not advised to have another one. The recovery period may take up to 14 days and the area treated will be bandaged as the wounds are comparable to second-degree burns. The results following a deep peel are usually excellent. The disadvantage to this peel is that there is downtime and it costs significantly more than a mild or medium depth peel.

During/After the Procedure

The chemical application for a peel follows similar steps. The only difference will be the type of acid solution used, the amount applied, and the period of time that it is left on the skin. Once the chemical reaches the target skin layers, a neutralizer will be applied to immediately stop the effects of the acid. Downtime depends on what kind of peel is done. There is no downtime for mild peels but for deep peels, patient will be in a healing process up to 14 days. After the treatment, it is important that the patient allow the peeling process to occur naturally and do not assist in peeling or pulling at the skin. It is also extremely important to avoid sun exposure for a period of time after the treatment.

Plan Your Procedure

Chemical Peel FAQs

How Painful?

Depending on the peel used, there may be some general discomfort. With the lighter peels, patients will feel some stinging but it goes away quickly with the use of a handheld fan. The peeling process itself does not cause any pain. Medium and deep peels are more painful, and thus skin medications and antibiotics may be used to assist with any discomfort.

Peel or Dermabrasion?

Dermabrasion is a facial rejuvenation procedure that treats surface irregularities, giving the skin a softer appearance. Dermabrasion works in many ways similar to a chemical peel. The difference, is that dermabrasion use surgical tools (a rotating brush or shaving instrument) to remove the top layer of skin through a surgical scraping process. A chemical peel uses a caustic solution that is rubbed into the skin. Both techniques result in a brighter, smoother complexion.

Other Options For Me?

There are many skin treatments to consider depending on the patient’s aesthetic goals and skin condition. Chemical peels promote new skin regeneration and is best to treat skin irregularities. For facial conditions in which wrinkles are significant, a BOTOX or injectable filler may be a better option. There are also a number of laser treatments to consider as well.